maintenance - Polaris
maintenance - Polaris
maintenance - Polaris
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SAFETY<br />
Operator Safety<br />
Improper Hill Climbing<br />
Climbing hills improperly can cause loss of control or vehicle overturn. Always<br />
follow proper procedures for climbing hills as described in the owner's manual.<br />
See page 34.<br />
Stalling While Climbing a Hill<br />
Stalling or rolling backwards while climbing a hill could cause an overturn.<br />
Always maintain a steady speed when climbing a hill.<br />
If all forward speed is lost:<br />
• Apply the brakes.<br />
• Place the transmission in reverse and slowly allow the vehicle to roll straight<br />
downhill while applying light brake pressure to control speed.<br />
If you begin rolling downhill:<br />
• Never apply engine power.<br />
• Apply the brakes gradually until the vehicle is fully stopped.<br />
• Place the transmission in reverse and slowly allow the vehicle to roll straight<br />
downhill while applying light brake pressure to control speed.<br />
Improper Tire Maintenance<br />
Operating this vehicle with improper tires or with improper or uneven tire<br />
pressure could cause loss of control or accident.<br />
Always use the size and type of tires specified for your vehicle. Always maintain<br />
proper tire pressure as described in the owner's manual and on safety labels.<br />
Operating on Frozen Bodies of Water<br />
Severe injury or death can result if the vehicle and/or the operator fall through<br />
the ice. Never operate the vehicle on a frozen body of water.<br />
Unauthorized Use of the Vehicle<br />
Leaving the keys in the ignition can lead to unauthorized use of the vehicle,<br />
which could result in an accident or overturn. Always remove the ignition key<br />
when the vehicle is not in use.<br />
Hot Exhaust Systems<br />
Exhaust system components are very hot during and after use of the vehicle.<br />
Hot components can cause burns and fire. Do not touch hot exhaust system<br />
components. Always keep combustible materials away from the exhaust<br />
system. Use caution when traveling through tall grass, especially dry grass.<br />
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